I’ve expressed my share of concern and criticism of Donald Trump’s style and demeanor as a presidential candidate, but to blame one person’s violence on another’s words seems desperate and unbecoming.

Piling on the frontrunner is a rich political tradition, but to rationalize attempts to stifle free speech is not a Republican tradition and I suspect will serve to strengthen the standing of Donald Trump.

I hope more Republican leaders condemn those who would deny free speech to Donald Trump and defend those interested in hearing him.